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Ok, I am trying Brin de Reglisse by Hermes. I get licorice and a BIG V8 tomato juice note! I get tomato juice! I hate tomatoes! Something gives this a tomato juice note..ugh! It's licorice, woody, dry and then tomato! Then smokey, balmy licorice.

Also tried Ambre Narguile..which I loved sniffing from the vial..then I applied it.. smokey, apple n cinnamon potpourri..smells like air freshener. Sorry, it just does. Pass on that one!

What starts to be like a win though, Osmanthe Yunnan. I think I really like osmanthus! The only thing, smells a little bit too aquatic and there's a floral that kinda bugs me..maybe it's freesia.

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There is a sufficiency in the world for man's need but not for man's greed. ~Mohandas K. Gandhi

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Have I told you about the scent of jasmine? Have I spoken about the smell of the sea? The earth is scented. And I perfume myself to enhance what I am. That's why I can not wear a perfume that bothers me. Perfuming is an instinctive wisdom. And like all art, it requires some knowledge of yourself..."
Clarice Lispector ( 1920-1977) - Perfumes da Terra / Earth Perfumes

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Hello everyone!

I'm in Dior Addict this morning. Y'all have a great day!

Hang in there ((iodine)) - the weekend's almost here!

Science is not only compatible with spirituality, it is a profound source of spirituality. When we recognize our place in an immensity of light-years and in the passage of ages, when we grasp the intricacy, beauty, and subtlety of life, then that soaring feeling, that sense of elation and humility combined, is surely spiritual...Carl Sagan

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Great job, Quarry. Pretty exhausting too, judging by the amount of concrete blocks you had to move and piece together.

Nothing really exciting here, except for the new tea from Tazo I bought yesterday -- Rest, with rose petals, lavender, lemon and valerian. Not my most favorite rose interpretation in teas, reminds me somewhat of Annick Goutal Ce Sour Ou Jamais which I will wear as my SotD, I suppose.

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Well, it finally happened: Daughter entered the house yesterday and said, "It smells good in here." FIRST FRAG COMPLIMENT EVER FROM DD! As it happens, yesters' scent is also a hubby fave. Let's hear it for Bond No. 9 Mothers! The only other scent deemed likable by all three of us is Jicky. Can't say there's any strong parallel between the two other than sweet and powdery qualities.

I'm ready to switch up today to Nanadebary Green for its refreshing nature.

Thank you very much for compliments on yesterday's project tale. Your comments distract me from how much my thumbs hurt.

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Originally Posted by RHM

Quarry, Sofie is trying out for the weapons line in Winter guard. Scares me watching her throw the saber but man, she's pretty darn good! Did your daughter spin rifle or saber?
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My new job is going very well AND I enjoy it. I even got a personal commendation from one of the visiting corporate executives.
Pretty good for my 5th day.

Sabers? Lordy, no, just flags. Gees, remember when we first told our little ones not to run with scissors?
Good news about your job. Nothing motivates like acceptance and positive feedback.

In a world where 6 million people are added each month, every landscape matters.

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Congratations on the commendation, RHM! That must have made you feel good.

What color walls, Dr. G.? We need to know those little details.

I'm contemplating Marion Cotillard's haircut in Evangeline's pic, thinking...I'd really like to have my hair cut elegantly. But she's in NY in the photo, a place where you can actually get a good haircut. I suppose I'll just keep letting mine grow for now.

My SotD is about to be Bal à Versailles edc from my new bottle. Stay warm and safe, everyone.

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(((Northeasters))), I'm so sorry to hear you had yet more nasty weather. You all deserve some very happy times, which I'm sure are coming your way.

Awesome work, Quarry!

Cheers, Foustie! Hope that icky cold is all gone soon. Bottoms up!

I'm in Chypre de Coty today- thank you soooo much, jujy! This is divinity. Wearing this makes me think the folks at the EU have lost their minds, to even consider further destroying the beautiful art of perfumery. Grrr!

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BBW ~ Black Amethyst. I love this stuff, and it has made this difficult morning here in NY more pleasurable. For anyone driving out there, please be careful. Many streets cannot be plowed due to low hanging wires from the weight of the snow.

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Prada Candy today. I need my sweet, cozy fix of benzoin today.

RHM, I too saw the recent articles about Chanel #5. It's about time a got a bottle of the EDP. I have a funny story about my little one browsing through Sephora with me, and having sniffed so many other frags, she exclaimed that this was her favorite! I made a face; a couple of years ago I couldn't imagine wearing it. It's still not my "favorite," but I've come around since, and the book about its history (thank you, 30 Roses!) reinforced my interest in it.

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Good Evening,

RHM,Quarry, Lilybelle - you gals are too sweet. With regards the colour, having not actually seen my room, I'm going to stick my neck out and hazard that it is an uninspired shade of institutional beige.

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SotD is Aqua Allegoria Flora Nerolia.

We cleared all the snow away. The temperature is supposed to climb into the 60s this weekend, so the rest of it will melt.

Mom took another fall onto her face.
No fractures, thankfully, just a large abrasion on her nose from her eyeglasses. She has no idea how it happened-- one minute she was standing, the next minute flat on her face.

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Hey y'all -

I'm in L'Arte di Gucci for the afternoon. ♥

((30 Roses))

Science is not only compatible with spirituality, it is a profound source of spirituality. When we recognize our place in an immensity of light-years and in the passage of ages, when we grasp the intricacy, beauty, and subtlety of life, then that soaring feeling, that sense of elation and humility combined, is surely spiritual...Carl Sagan

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Hugs 30R..needing my amber yet again...husband just got laid off. No warning, no notice..just pack and go. We've heard of several lay-offs the past couple days. Several. We've been pretty sad but our Helper will get us through. Don't know how long I can hang out with you lovely ladies though! As internet is not a necessity...and won't be able to pay it anyway. Really sad times we are living in...lots of Must De Cartier for me today! Gimme that amber!

There is a sufficiency in the world for man's need but not for man's greed. ~Mohandas K. Gandhi

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Kalli....this is so sad!! uncertainty is everywhere.......hope you pass these bad times and there will be good times again ......life is a rollercoaster ,and noone is immune to that!----after bad years come good years....just hang on!don't loose hope

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iivanita- thank you so very much. There is always hope, that never fades away. I have a great husband..who can ask for more than that? If you have love, you are rich. Didn't mean to get off topic there! I need to go to the No. 5 parody thread lol..I need to see those Brad Pitt ads right about now. LOL.

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Reason: too much mumbo jumbo? LOL.

There is a sufficiency in the world for man's need but not for man's greed. ~Mohandas K. Gandhi

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Kalli...no worries its the end of the day anyway we can use a bit of space, dont think anyone would mind very much....

and what you have said is very much true!......i've seen rich people having ups and downs...and bank account is not allways guarantee of security, as long as you have something to eat, drink, place to sleep and are healthy everything can be repaired...especially what has to do with money.....just take this time of life as a challenge....and dont look what you cant have....the list is allways endless that way

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Originally Posted by kalli

Hugs 30R..needing my amber yet again...husband just got laid off. No warning, no notice..just pack and go. We've heard of several lay-offs the past couple days. Several. We've been pretty sad but our Helper will get us through. Don't know how long I can hang out with you lovely ladies though! As internet is not a necessity...and won't be able to pay it anyway. Really sad times we are living in...lots of Must De Cartier for me today! Gimme that amber!

(((((Kalli))))) Thirty years ago, my husband got laid off. It was the recession of the '80s. Our little one was three years old. I used most of our savings and some money borrowed from my dad to buy what was basically a $10,000 word processor. All these years later, I'm still in business. Hubby devoted himself to caring for our daughter and then my parents. We lived frugally and worried often, but, as Maya Angelou put it, "Wouldn't take nothing for my journey now."

Strike out in a new direction with confidence. Do whatever you must to make ends meet. Enjoy your beautiful life.

((((30 Roses))))

In a world where 6 million people are added each month, every landscape matters.

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Thanks Quarry. Thanks for sharing your experience. Glad to hear of your fruitful business. Interesting times we are living in these days...oh well, at least there is that parody thread LOL. Really, just too funny of stuff!

There is a sufficiency in the world for man's need but not for man's greed. ~Mohandas K. Gandhi

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Oh Kalli, I'm so sorry! My husband lost his job in 2006, but he eventually found another one. Yes, walked right out the door, no warning. That's how they do it. Bastardos. Keep your chin up, honey. Things will turn around. Stay busy and stay in touch with your friends. You can use the computers at your public library, don't forget that. I'll be remembering you and yours.

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((kalli and Mr. kalli) It may take a while but your husband will find another job. Believe.

I spent the evening with Mom watching the second half of the Wuthering Heights (2009) DVD that lilybelle recommended, which we gave her for her birthday last week. I wanted to watch her and see if she seemed "off" in any way. She really seems normal. It was just one of those things, i guess. I am going to try again to persuade her to attend group exercise.

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(((30R))), so glad to hear that fall seems not to have been too serious. Must have scared the daylights out of you.

(((Kalli))), I'm so sorry, sweetie. Been there too, many here have. At least you're in good company and among folks who can remind you that you will make it through. I hope we don't really have to lose you, at least not for long. We want you here so we can hug you through this.